Internship Intern, Amsterdam
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Job Description
Sustainalytics is a leading global provider of environmental, social and governance (ESG) research and analysis for investors and financial institutions. We provide a global perspective, underpinned by nearly 20 years of local experience and expertise in the responsible investment market. Sustainalytics strives to continuously provide high-quality solutions and commits to remain responsive to the current and future needs of our clients. In 2010, Sustainalytics was voted Best ESG Research House by IPE/TBLI.
Sustainalytics is headquartered in Amsterdam, has offices in Boston, Frankfurt, Madrid, Paris, Timisoara and Toronto; and has representatives in Brussels and Copenhagen.
All internship positions on the Research Products team in Amsterdam are currently filled. However, we are accepting applications on an ongoing basis for internships beginning in 2012.
POSITION DETAILS
Job Type: Full-time, temporary (32-40 hours per week for 3-6 months)
Reports to: Intern Coordinator
Remuneration: EUR 450 per month per 40-hour work week plus travel allowance
POSITION PURPOSE
- Support dynamic teams committed to responsible investing and sustainability
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of responsible investing
- Develop knowledge of various industry segments
- Develop knowledge of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria and performance
- Be coached and mentored by experienced team members
- Identify fit for a permanent, long-term position with the company
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Research, analyze and rate the ESG performance of publicly traded companies and prepare profiles to be published in the Sustainalytics Platform
- Support the preparation of off-the-shelf and customized deliverables for clients
- Participate in other client-focused or internal projects for Sustainalytics
QUALIFICATIONS
- Academic background in related discipline (business, finance, environment and/or social sciences)
- Registered as a student at an educational institution within the Netherlands
- Demonstrated passion for sustainability
- Strong research and analytical skills
- Excellent business writing skills
- Strong public speaking skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
- Meticulousness and attentiveness to detail
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Fluency in both Dutch and English
- Academic background in finance considered an asset
- Workforce-ready candidates (i.e. those nearing the end of their studies) strongly preferred
How to Apply
Please send a cover letter and resume in English to careers@sustainalytics.com, citing Amsterdam RP Internship – Name in the subject line. Please include your university grade point average in your resume.
Sustainalytics thanks all candidates for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
For additional information, feel free to contact Nynke Doorenbos at careers@sustainalytics.com or call +31 (0)20 – 205 00 14.
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